Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions, films, and methods for improving the appearance of the skin. Compositions comprise an oil phase comprising at least one thermoplastic elastomer, at least one adhesive polymer, and a surfactant; an aqueous phase comprising water, a solvent, and a salt; and at least one filler, which together form an association in the composition. Methods comprise applying the compositions to the skin to tighten the skin or hide skin imperfections, by forming a film on the skin.

Abstract: Compositions including polycarbodiimide and derivatives thereof together with latex polymers and derivatives thereof to enhance the quality of the keratinous substrates. The present invention relates to a cosmetic treatment and process for treating keratinous materials, in particular for hair-care and hair-styling. A method of styling or shaping hair is also disclosed. Compositions are provided for nail treatment and processes including polycarbodiimide and latex actives for application in a nail treatment that is a single step or at least two sequential steps, the compositions and processes providing one or more of improved adhesion, water resistance, and shine through crosslinking between the actives, thereby imparting long wear, good shine, nail protection, and easy removal.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, especially a cosmetic composition, comprising at least one acrylic thickener and at least one oil, as well as to methods of using such compositions.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods for improving the appearance of the skin. Compositions comprise at least one thermoplastic elastomer, at least one adhesive polymer, at least one filler, and may further comprise at least one pigment. Methods comprise applying the compositions to the skin to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections by forming a film on the skin.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an anhydrous composition which is long wearing and transfer resistant, while at the same time providing superior comfort, feel and cushioning, the composition containing: (a) at least one polypropylsilsesquioxane wax substituted with alkyl units having at least 30 carbons; (b) at least one siloxysilicate resin; (c) at least one polyorganosiloxane-containing polymer; (d) at least one volatile solvent; (e) optionally, at least one non-volatile solvent; and (f) at least one colorant.

Abstract: Compositions including polycarbodiimide together with latex compounds to enhance the quality of the keratinous substrates. The present invention relates to a cosmetic treatment and process for treating keratinous materials, in particular for nail polishes and other treatments, where, according to the process, the polycarbodiimide and latex actives may be applied in a nail treatment that is a single step or at least two sequential steps. The ratio of the latex compound to the polycarbodiimide compound is in the range from about 50:50 to about 95:5, and the composition comprises 10 to 100% of a combined amount of the polycarbodiimide compound and the latex compound, by weight, of the entire composition. It is in particular a nail treatment composition and process for providing one or more of improved adhesion, water resistance, and shine through crosslinking between the actives, thereby imparting long wear, good shine, nail protection, and easy removal.

Abstract: Compositions including at least one silicone resin comprising at least one T unit and at least one silicone elastomer resin, as well as methods of making such compositions and methods of applying such compositions to keratinous material are provided.

Abstract: Compositions including at least one dendritic silicone acrylate copolymer, at least one silicone elastomer resin, and at least one surface-treated pigment, as well as methods of making such compositions and methods of applying such compositions to keratinous material are provided.

Abstract: Compositions including at least one dendritic silicone acrylate copolymer and at least one silicone elastomer resin, as well as methods of making such compositions and methods of applying such compositions to keratinous material are provided.

Abstract: Compositions comprising a hyaluronic acid adjuvant system comprising hyaluronic acid, purple rice extract and dipotassium glycyrrhizate, present together in amounts sufficient to produce synergistic anti-hyaluronidase activity, and provided for cosmetic and other uses.

Abstract: An acetone deficient composition including at least one polyol, at least one alkyl carbonate, at least one monoalcohol and optionally at least one hydrocarbon based non-volatile oil is provided.

Abstract: A keratinous treatment kit is configured to apply a semi-solid or solid, non-Newtonian cosmetic composition onto a surface of keratinous tissue, wherein the cosmetic kit is packaged in a unitary package. The keratinous treatment kit includes a hybrid applicator, a hand piece, and a semi-solid or solid non-Newtonian cosmetic composition. The hybrid applicator includes a base and cleaning elements, the cleaning elements including a bristled brush and a elastomer contact surface. The handpiece includes a body and a motor, the body configured to receive the hybrid applicator, and the motor arranged and disposed to provide oscillating motion to the hybrid applicator, when attached, relative to the body. The semi-solid or solid, non-Newtonian cosmetic composition is transformable to a spreadable consistency when subjected to oscillating contact with the hybrid applicator. Also provided is a cosmetic application method of utilizing the cosmetic kit.

Abstract: The invention relates to nail compositions including water, at least one water-soluble organic coloring agent and at least one film forming agent containing styrene, wherein the film forming agent minimizes staining of a nail by the water-soluble organic coloring agent to which the composition has been applied.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising a dispersion of acrylic polymer particles, a thermoplastic elastomer, a semi-crystalline polymer and an organic solvent. The compositions of the present invention may optionally contain at least one colorant. The invention also relates to a method for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate, in particular lashes, by applying these compositions to the keratinous substrate.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to compositions and methods for improving the appearance of the skin. Compositions comprise at least one thermoplastic elastomer, at least one adhesive polymer, and at least one filler. Methods comprise applying the compositions to the skin to tighten the skin or hide skin imperfections by forming a film on the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising particles of at least one polymer that is surface-stabilized with a stabilizer, the polymer of the particles being a C1-C4 alkyl (meth)acrylate polymer; the stabilizer being an isobornyl (meth)acrylate polymer chosen from isobornyl (meth)acrylate homopolymer and statistical copolymers of isobornyl (meth)acrylate and of C1-C4 alkyl (meth)acrylate present in an isobornyl (meth)acrylate/C1-C4 alkyl (meth)acrylate weight ratio of greater than 4, at least one hydrocarbon-based oil and at least one amorphous hydrocarbon-based block copolymer obtained by polymerization of at least one monomer of unsaturated hydrocarbon type comprising 2 to 5 carbon atoms and containing one or two ethylenic unsaturations. The invention also relates to a process for making up and/or caring for keratin materials, in which said composition is applied.

Abstract: Provided are nail compositions comprising at least one photo-curable polymer dispersed in water (latex), at least one acrylic non-photo-curable polymer dispersed in water (latex), at least one photo-initiator, optionally at least one plasticizer, optionally a colorant, and water. Also provided are nail composition systems and kits comprising the nail compositions of the invention together with a base coat composition and/or a top coat composition.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are cosmetic compositions comprising (a) at least one ethylenically unsaturated polymerizable compound and (b) at least one photoinitiator system comprising at least one photoinitiator having at least one absorption wavelength greater than about 350 nm. Also disclosed herein are methods of making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate comprising (1) forming at least one film on the keratinous substrate by applying said cosmetic composition to the keratinous substrate and (2) exposing the film to UV-LED radiation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising a dispersion of acrylic polymer particles, a semi-crystalline polymer and an organic solvent. The compositions of the present invention may optionally contain at least one colorant. The invention also relates to a method for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate, in particular lashes, by applying these compositions to the keratinous substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising a dispersion of acrylic polymer particles, a thermoplastic elastomer, a semi-crystalline polymer and an organic solvent. The compositions of the present invention may optionally contain at least one colorant. The invention also relates to a method for making up and/or enhancing the appearance of a keratinous substrate, in particular lashes, by applying these compositions to the keratinous substrate.